CNBC Economy / Updates
- Trump tells Hassett he wants to keep him where he is; Warsh Fed chair odds jump January 16, 2026Trump, without explicitly stating his decision, said he'd prefer to keep Hassett in his position as top economic advisor.
- UK economy surprises with stronger-than-expected 0.3% growth in November January 15, 2026Economists expect the U.K. economy to improve in 2026, particularly as the Bank of England is likely to continue on its interest rate-cutting path.
- A major development in Trump's Fed feud is set to happen next week in the Supreme Court January 14, 2026Supreme Court arguments on Jan. 21 will likely be the next big development for the central bank's quest to maintain independence.